Yoga @ Rebali

Following a successful introduction last year, we are holding yoga weeks at Rebali again in 2011 with confirmed dates in October and additional dates in July and September. The yoga weeks will again be led by Nita Shah and take advantage of the perfect location and facilities at Rebali. This is a week to energise and refresh you mentally and physically and it is also opportunity to meet new friends and to explore the beautiful town and coastline around Essaouira.

Most days there will two yoga sessions, starting with an energizing 90 minute morning class overlooking the gardens, followed by a relaxed brunch. Afternoons are free to relax by the pools, enjoy the spa and take in the sights and activities. There is then a second 60 minute recuperative session in the early evening, with an introduction to pranayama (breathing) and meditation techniques.

Pricing

7 night cost is £575 per person for 2 sharing a double room or £675 per person for a single room. The price includes; 11 classes, accommodation, breakfast each day, dinner on the first night and transfers from Marrakech airport. Not included are; flights (which can be booked directly with BA, Easyjet and Ryanair or via Fleewinter with booking fee), meals (other than breakfast each day and dinner first night) and travel insurance.

Currently there are spaces October 2-9th 2011 and a reserve list for July 17-24th and Oct 9-16th.

About the teachers

Nita Shah will be returning to Rebali in 2011 for the second year. A registered yoga teacher (RYT), she teaches with a positive energy, encouraging students to practice with awareness of their innate intelligence. Passionate about yoga, she spent two years travelling through India, and the Far East, exploring different styles of yoga with different teachers, before returning to the UK, where she continues to study and teach yoga. Her teaching style draws on the influence of Iyengar Yoga, with its focus on alignment and precise instructions to deepen the experience the physical postures and quieten the mind.

Simple props are used to improve understanding and awaken the body's natural intelligence, making postures accessible to all, whatever their level of experience or ability. She is a qualified Iyengar teacher, REPS Level 3 instructor and RYT200 teacher. She also teaches workshops to Yoga Alliance and British Wheel of Yoga trainee teachers for Teachyoga.com. Nita believes that classes should be informative, instructive and most of all, an enjoyable exploration that makes you feel healthier, lighter and energized.

This year, Nita will be joined by Catherine Alison. Cathy is also an Iyengar Yoga teacher, and has a British Wheel of Yoga teaching qualification and REPS level 3. She teaches across London and is very passionate and dedicated to the teaching of Iyengar yoga, focusing on precise body alignment. She teaches with warmth and patience, encouraging students to explore their practice and improve their experience of the posture.

As two teachers, it will be possible to ensure that everyone receives individual attention, adjustments and encouragement. The postures will be adjusted to meet students' requirements, improving well-being through physical alignment, nurturing self-awareness and integration of body, mind and soul. The classes are suitable for all levels, from beginners who want to explore what yoga has to offer, to more experienced practioners who want to deepen their practice.

For more details about the week please call Fleewinter on (UK) 0207 112 0019 and do let us know if you want to speak directly to the teachers.